EYL, also known as EYLMs (European Year of Lifelong Learning Month), is an abbreviation that stands for the European Year of Lifelong Learning. It is an initiative launched by the European Union (EU) to promote and encourage lifelong learning among individuals and communities within member countries.
EYL aims to raise awareness about the importance of continuous learning throughout one's life, emphasizing the benefits and opportunities it offers for personal growth, professional development, and social inclusion. The initiative seeks to foster a culture of learning by encouraging people of all ages and backgrounds to engage in educational activities beyond formal schooling.
Under the EYL framework, various educational institutions, organizations, and stakeholders collaborate to organize events, programs, and campaigns that promote lifelong learning. These activities may include workshops, seminars, conferences, exhibitions, and online courses, among others.
The objectives of EYL are to enhance skills and competencies, improve employability, promote active citizenship, and support personal, social, and professional development. It aims to create a learning society that values education and provides equal opportunities for everyone to acquire new knowledge, skills, and attitudes.
EYL endeavors to create a lifelong learning environment that is flexible, accessible, and inclusive for individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. It envisions a society where learning becomes a lifelong process embedded in all areas of life, contributing to personal fulfillment, social cohesion, and economic growth.
